If I am correct on this point.I am looking forward to the communities responses and thanks in advance for your assistance and advice. 

Have a team assembled for when you need assistance.

Her mom moved to assisted living last year and has left her house empty.

Thank you all in advance for having and assisting me.Aris

I'm looking for some assistance in determining what to offer the seller when you don't physically visit the property. 

I have been to several different REIs and there is significant participant, quality and focus diversity.

If you have a steady income there are down payment assistance loans where you can get into a duplex for as little at $1000 if you qualify.

@Fitzroy Harvey @Marc Brenner I don't know if your plans have changed, however, I'd be delighted to meet you guys and see how we can assist each other on this journey. 

Diversity in Industry – What are the major economic industries in the city?

This could be an easier and cheaper solution than hiring someone full time.If you are just looking for someone to answer the phone and contact your list of contractors, I'd suggest looking into the "virtual assistants" that are featured heavily on Bigger Pockets podcasts as this seems to be a very cost effective way to manage the day to day without putting in much money.